Pathway Of Change - Domestic Violence Support Group

This free, 8 week education and support group is designed to provide a safe and nurturing space for women to understand the complexity of Domestic Violence and reduce the social isolation of their experience. Through the lived and shared experiences of women and their children, the group allows women to build on their strengths to keep themselves and their children safe.

The 8 week program covers a range of topics including:

What is domestic violence and how prevalent it
How is it that domestic violence exists in our society
Patterns of domestic violence and how abusers retain power and control
Barriers to change and reducing shame about experiences
Developing resilience in children and exploring strategies to support them to grow into healthy adults
Planning to keep safe & Self-care

Explore our Current Group Program Schedule to see if this program is currently running.

Call us on (02) 9528 2933 to register your interest in the next Pathway of Change group or sign up online here.

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April School Holiday Art Class for Kids (Aged 8-12) - Clay & Painting

On 19th April, we're offering a School Holidays art class for kids! Using clay and painting methods, facilitated by a qualified art therapist, our child will have the opportunity to express themselves artistically while trying out new materials and art making techniques. Class is $25 for 1.5 hours and includes all materials. For children aged 8-12 only. Book now as limit of 12 children applies.
The Family Co. announces Youth Social Awareness & Leadership Award Scholarship

The Family Co. is looking for a Sutherland Shire local youth aged 16-18 years who works within their school community to provide awareness of social issues, causes, and promotes the voice and perspective of disadvantaged groups. We're looking for our future leaders with a social conscious.
2023 Golf Day great success

The Family Co.'s 2023 Charity Golf Day was a great success, attracting over 14 teams of players who enjoyed the gorgeous sunny day on the greens playing 18 holes, and then were treated to lunch with entertainment by Foxtel Sports presenter Matt Russell and former Wallaby Nathan Charles.
Celebrating International Women's Day 2023

The Family Co. celebrated International Women's Day on Wednesday 8th March 2023 with a luncheon at Blackfish Cafe Como with over 30 local strong and inspiring businesswomen, showcasing our services. We also announced some special scholarships we're making available in the community to support the education and career goals of women.

Pathway of Change: Domestic Violence Support Group (Term 1, 2023) *Open to Sutherland Shire Residents Only

This free, 8 week education and support group is designed to provide a safe and nurturing space for women to understand the complexity of Domestic Violence and reduce the social isolation of their experience. Through the lived and shared experiences of women and their children, the group allows women to build on their strengths to keep themselves and their children safe.
Consent Conversations Youth

A Respectful Relationship Education workshop for young people in year 10. Engaging young people in relevant, real-world content that matters to them including respect, consent and healthy relationships.
Mums & Bubs Yoga

Mums & Bubs Yoga is a yoga program for mums and their babies (under 6 months old) to build strength, reduce stress and increase connection. Available for Sutherland Shire residents.
Staying Home Leaving Violence

Staying Home Leaving Violence is a specialised domestic and family violence program covering the Sutherland Shire to assist women and their children who have separated from a violence partners or family member. The program aims to improve outcomes for women and children by supporting them stay in their own home safely where possible, or relocate to safe accommodation and live free from violence.
Respect is Key

Respect is Key is a school based respectful relationships program for primary school students which builds their knowledge and understanding around key concepts of respect, consent and healthy relationships.
Meet Anxiety

Meet Anxiety is a parenting group for parents of children aged 5-12 years who suffer from anxiety to help them parent in a way that supports their child's mental and emotional health and builds the child's long term resilience.
Conversation is Key

Conversation is Key is a free parent education workshop of parents of children in Year 5 or 6 about navigating talks with your child about healthy relationships and consent.
Drum Beat Program

Drum Beat Program focusing on exploring healthy, supportive relationships with an emphasis on team work and co-operation. Themes such as self-responsibility, values, emotional expression, identity and peer pressure are all addressed in this program that aims to engage, connect, entertain and encourage participants allowing the expression of creativity and reducing anxiety and stress.
Art Classes for kids

Creative Hearts and Minds Art Classes for Kids are a great way for kids aged 6-12 years to express themselves while trying lots of different art making practices.
Consent Conversations Parenting Workshop

Consent Conversations is a Parent Education Workshop to help parents have open and honest conversations with their teenager about respect and consent in their relationships.

About Us

We exist because all children and families should have a safe home, strong connections and opportunities to thrive in life.
Group Programs Schedule

Each term, we publish a calendar of events for programs we offer. This includes our Parenting Support Programs, Early Childhood and Educational Support Programs and Domestic Violence Support Programs.
How to Refer

Help is easy to access. You can be referred by a health professional or another agency, or self-refer. Just call us on (02) 9528 2933 and tell us what you need help with.
Family Caseworker Program

Family Workers provide assistance to families who, for a variety of reasons, would benefit from additional support.
Learning about Australian Animals sparks joy in Djanaba kids

Last week the Djanaba Occasional Care team integrated a learning unit on Australian Animals, with the children showing great interest in the varied activities from reading, to art, to games, that helped them learn all about koalas, kangaroos, and other native fauna.
Volunteer

Volunteering is a great way to help us! We're a lean and specialised team, and while we don't allow volunteers in client facing capacities, we are very grateful to have volunteers who can assist with admin, marketing and events. If you're interested, we'd love to hear from you!
Support for Parents & Families

We offer services that support and strengthen the capacity of families, build parenting skills, and promote safety for all family members.
Southern Sydney Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service

The Southern Sydney Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service (SSWDVCAS) provides information, advocacy and referrals for women and families attending Sutherland and Kogarah Local Courts for Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders.
Support The Family Co.

Help us put your donation to work where ever the need is greatest. You can give a one-off donation or make a regular gift by Direct Debit.
Building Resilience in Children (BRIC)

Building Resilience in Children (BRIC) is a highly effective, trauma-informed, attachment parenting service designed to rebuild the relationship of the parent and child following domestic violence and trauma.